A line-follower an object-avoidance educational robot ideal for begginers, MIRO from Nextlab.tech is designed for students who are taking their first steps into robotics. Easy to assemble and intuitive to use, MIRO helps learners move quickly from curiosity to hands-on creation, making it ideal for classrooms, robotics clubs, and introductory STEM programs.
MIRO can be assembled without any soldering, which makes it suitable for short lessons, workshops, and one-day robo-hackathons. The kit includes online access to dedicated educational content, allowing students to learn independently or with guided instruction. The recommended age is 8+, and the kit can be assembled by pupils and students aged 8 or older. It can be used individually or in small teams of 2-3 students.
The MIRO Beginner Robotics Kit includes all the components needed to build and program a complete educational robot, designed for durability and repeated classroom use.
Technical specifications and components include:
- Beginner-friendly programmable controller
- Block-based, diagram-style programming environment
- LCD display module for real-time feedback
- Ultrasonic distance sensor for obstacle detection
- Dual line-following sensor modules
- Drive module with DC motors and wheels
- LED, RGB, button, and light-sensitive modules
- Integrated buzzer for sound feedback
- Battery holder (batteries not included)
- Connection cables for sensors and modules
- Structural assembly elements (blocks, brackets, plates, standoffs, screws, nuts, and washers)
- Caster wheel and motor mounts
- Assembly tools and storage box
MIRO is programmed through an intuitive visual coding interface, making it accessible even for students with no prior coding experience. Step-by-step lessons on the Nextlab.tech learning platform guide learners through robot assembly, software installation, and programming logic. An AI-powered virtual assistant is also available to support students during learning sessions. It aklso supports coding in C/C++.
With MIRO, students can build and program robots capable of line following, obstacle avoidance, and maze navigation. They can control movement and decision-making using block-based coding, create follow or avoid behaviors based on sensor input, generate sound signals, and display information such as speed, distance, or custom messages on the screen. These activities help develop logical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a strong foundation in robotics and programming.
Children under the age of 14 should assemble the kit under adult supervision. The MIRO Beginner Robotics Kit is a classroom-ready solution that turns learning into an active and engaging experience, helping students become confident builders and programmers from day one.
